Validation Engineer - Summer/Fall Co-Op (Newbury Park, CA, US) - Skyworks Solutions, Inc
Newbury Park, CA
About the Job
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 74175
Job Description
This position is for a Validation Engineer co-op in the Mobile Systems (MSB) Division in Skyworks Newbury Park, CA design center. Validation Engineer Co-op should have a reasonable understanding of RF design fundamentals, wireless systems, and introductory electromagnetics. Understanding of design parameters like gain, noise, non-linearity, S-parameters, stability, etc. is required.
Exposure to a lab testing setup and environment including commonly used test equipment like network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, frequency generator, noise figure meter will be useful to perform the required job. The Co-op should have used a design tool like ADS/HFSS/AWR. Use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required to perform job duties successfully.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY:
• The candidate will work with a mentor and have the following job responsibilities:
• Evaluating RF parameters like S-parameters, Pout, PAE, ACLR, NF, IP3, P1dB etc
• Validation & characterizing performance across supply, temperature & frequency
• Creating compliance matrix against spec, plotting results and presenting results summary
Software Tools Used:
- STC/PAT -- Internal Software tools
- Microsoft Office/Outlook
Hardware Tools Used:
- Network Analyzers
- Spectrum Analyzers
- Signal Generators
- Digital Receivers
- Load-Pull/Tuners
- RF Probe Stations
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be actively enrolled in an MSEE university program
- Must have a career interest in becoming an Engineer in RF/microwave area
- Coursework in the following areas: Circuits and Electronics, Semiconductor Devices, Analog/Mixed Signal, RF/Microwave Circuits and Systems (preferred), Electromagnetics (preferred)
- A reasonable understanding of RF design fundamentals, wireless systems, and introductory electromagnetics. Knowledge of design parameters like gain, noise, non-linearity, S-parameters, stability, etc. is required.
- Exposure to a lab testing setup and environment including commonly used test equipment like network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, frequency generator, and noise figure meter will be useful to perform the required job.
- Experience using a design tool like ADS/HFSS/AWR.
- Use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required to perform job duties successfully.
- Strong communication skills
- Good presentation skills
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The typical pay range for an Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $26.00 - $47.50 per hour and for a Non-Engineering intern across the U.S. is currently USD $22.50 - $42.00 per hour. Starting pay will depend on level of education, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S.
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.